Events in Detroit in May
Concerts, sports, theatre and shows in Detroit during May
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56 eventsFri, May 14 at 8:00 PM
Detroit Symphony Orchestra Hall, Detroit
Get Tickets$32Sat, May 15 at 8:00 PM
Detroit Symphony Orchestra Hall, Detroit
Get Tickets$32Sat, May 15 at 7:00 PM
Music Hall Center, Detroit
Get Tickets$70Sat, May 15 at 8:00 PM
Little Caesars Arena, Detroit
Get Tickets$119Sun, May 16 at 3:00 PM
Detroit Symphony Orchestra Hall, Detroit
Get Tickets$32Fri, May 21 at 10:45 AM
Detroit Symphony Orchestra Hall, Detroit
Get Tickets$31
Sat, May 22 at 8:00 PM
Detroit Symphony Orchestra Hall, Detroit
Get Tickets$40Sun, May 23 at 3:00 PM
Detroit Symphony Orchestra Hall, Detroit
Get Tickets$52About Events in Detroit in May
There are 56 confirmed events on sale in Detroit for May, with dates running from Sat, May 1 through Mon, May 31.
Tickets start from $27 — about 63% below the typical concerts ticket on sale right now.
The lineup is mostly concerts (43), plus 13 sports events.
Headliners include Detroit Symphony Orchestra: Shostakovich Symphony No. 5, Ginuwine and Bluey's Big Play.
Weekend dates start at $31; weeknights from $27.
Quick answers
Events in Detroit in May — FAQs
Dates, venues, prices and checkout details before you pick seats.01What can I see in Detroit in May?
56 confirmed events are on sale in Detroit for May, with dates running from Sat, May 1 through Mon, May 31 — headliners include Detroit Symphony Orchestra: Shostakovich Symphony No. 5, Ginuwine and Bluey's Big Play.
02What do Detroit tickets cost in May?
Tickets currently start from $27, with live pricing for every date on the secure checkout.
03Which May event in Detroit is the cheapest?
Tony Roney on Wed, May 5 currently has the lowest starting price at $27.
04What types of events are on in Detroit in May?
May's lineup in Detroit is mostly concerts (43), plus 13 sports events.
05What happens if a May event in Detroit is cancelled?
If an event is cancelled, refunds are handled by the verified seller per its policy — usually returned to the original payment method automatically. Rescheduled events are typically honoured on the new date.
06Are there matinee shows in Detroit in May?
Theatre productions and family shows in Detroit often include afternoon performances alongside evening ones. Start times are shown on every listing in the May schedule above.
07Are there late-night events in Detroit in May?
Late shows, club nights and evening performances are part of the May mix in Detroit. Start times are shown on every listing, so late-finishing options are easy to spot.
08Are there comedy shows in Detroit in May?
Comedy is a regular part of Detroit's May calendar, from club nights to arena tours. Use the Comedy category filter above to surface every show with tickets on sale.
09Can I find theatre shows in Detroit in May?
Yes — Detroit typically programmes a mix of touring productions and resident shows in May. Use the Theatre category filter to surface every stage show with on-sale tickets.
10What types of events can I see in Detroit in May?
Detroit's May schedule spans concerts, sports, theatre, comedy and family shows. Use the category filters above to narrow the list, or browse everything with dates and live prices.
Buy Detroit Tickets for May
Booking is straightforward: click any event above to see live seat availability and pricing, then complete checkout securely — tickets are issued instantly by email (show the QR code on your phone at the entrance) and prices update in real time, so the figure you see is what you pay. Looking ahead? Browse next month or jump back to last month for more events in Detroit.